If the heart muscle could not pump enough blood that the body requires, it is called heart failure. The heart is not capable of pumping adequately as normally as it should. Since the heart could not pump properly, the body attempts to compensate with the following: Heart beats more rapidly Body retains salt and water […]
Hepatitis B is known to affect the liver. Many adults usually acquire it for a short span of time and eventually get better. Oftentimes, the virus causes a lasting or chronic hepatitis B infection. Over time, it can impair the liver. Infants and young children who are infected by the virus are likely to develop
Frozen shoulder involves pain, rigidity and diminished range of movement in the shoulder. It can develop after overuse, injury or from a condition such as stroke or diabetes. The tissue surrounding the joint become rigid, scar tissue arises and movements of the joint become painful and difficult. The condition typically develops gradually and slows down
Low back pain can be triggered by various issues. It might be due to an injury or other health conditions that require medical care. Luckily, if the cause is minor such as a strain, it can be managed with first aid measures. First aid measures for low back pain Keep moving If possible, encourage the
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A meniscus tear is a prevalent injury involving the knee joint. The meniscus is a rubber-like, C-shaped disc that provides padding to the knee. The knee has 2 menisci – at the exterior edge and at the interior edge. The menisci are responsible for stabilizing the knee by distributing weight evenly across the joint. A
Retinal detachment occurs if a part or the entire retina detaches from the back of the eye. The retina is a thin film of nerve tissue which covers the back part of the eye. The nerve cells in the retina generally detect light that enters the eye and transmits signals to the brain on what
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A collapsed lung involves the buildup of air in the space in between the lung and chest wall. Once the quantity of air in this space rises, the pressure initiates the collapse of the lungs. This stops the lung from fully expanding when inhaling, resulting to shortness of breath and chest pain. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_3GHOttVq0g This condition
An insect sting often results to minor redness, swelling, itching and pain. Most cases of bites and stings heal without requiring medical care. There are several measures that can help alleviate the pain and itchiness as well as reduce the risk for infection. What should I do after an insect sting? After an insect sting,
The brown recluse spider or fiddle-back spider can be found in dry, warm, abandoned areas such as rock or wood piles. A bite from this spider might only be a defensive action. What are the indications of a brown recluse spider bite? The bite from a brown recluse spider does not trigger any pain or
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Traveller’s diarrhea is a prevalent health issue among those who travel to developing countries. The high-risk areas for this condition include developing countries in Asia, Africa, Middle East and Latin America. What are the causes? Traveller’s diarrhea is typically triggered by an infection due to bacteria. The strains such as Escherichia coli, Shigella and Campylobacter
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